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Elections Temporary Assignment
- Contra Costa County, California
- Contra Costa County, CA
$62,409.18 Annually
- Temporary
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
- Other
Election Aide
- Missoula, Montana
- MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
- Part Time
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Parks and Recreation
- Political or Public Affairs
Election Assistants
- Missoula, Montana
- MISSOULA COUNTY, MONTANA
- Part Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
Youth Development Ambassador
- Los Angeles, California
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY
$87,520.32 - $117,941.52 Annually
- Full Time
- Political or Public Affairs
Election Worker - Office Assistant (Extra Help, Seasonal)
- County of San Mateo, California
- County of San Mateo, CA
- Seasonal
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
Election Worker - Office Specialist (Extra Help, Seasonal)
- County of San Mateo, California
- County of San Mateo, CA
$65,748.80 Annually
- Seasonal
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
Election Worker - Vote Center Representative (Extra Help, Seasonal)
- County of San Mateo, California
- County of San Mateo, CA
- Seasonal
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Education and Training
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
Election Worker - IT Assistant - Office Specialist (Extra Help, Seasonal)
- County of San Mateo, California
- County of San Mateo, CA
$65,748.80 Annually
- Seasonal
- Accounting and Finance
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Information Technology and Communication Services
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
PROJECT MANAGER (TRANSIT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM)
- One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, California
- Los Angeles Metro
$109,470.40 - $164,195.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Political or Public Affairs
- Project Management
- Transportation or Transit
Assistant Professor of Political Science - Law & Society (27/28)
- San Luis Obispo, California
- California Polytechnic State University
- Education and Training
- Legal Services
- Political or Public Affairs
- Public Health
Elections Technician Supervisor
- Stockton, California
- San Joaquin County, CA
$4,922.00 - $5,982.72/month
- Full Time
- Administrative Analysis and Research
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
**Election Support Worker
- San Bernardino, California
- SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
$20.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
Assistant Professor - Political Science - U.S. politics with a specialization in Latina/o/x/é politics and public policy
- San Jose, California
- Cal State University (CSU) San Jose
- Education and Training
- Political or Public Affairs
- Public Health
Elections Specialist I/II - Extra-Help Elections Specialist I/II
- Merced, California
- Merced County, CA
$40,185.60 - $53,372.80 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
- Public Health
Transit Ambassador
- Oakland, California
- BART
$66,342.64 - $81,485.04 Annually
- Full Time
- Political or Public Affairs
- Transportation or Transit
Elections Office Worker I/II/III- Extra Help
- Ventura, California
- County of Ventura
$22.50 - $27.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Parks and Recreation
- Political or Public Affairs
Elections Vote Center Worker I/II - Extra Help
- Ventura, California
- County of Ventura
$22.50 - $25.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Parks and Recreation
- Political or Public Affairs
Elections Technician
- Stockton, California
- San Joaquin County, CA
$22.04 - $26.80/hour*
- Temporary
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
Elections Technician Assistant
- Stockton, California
- San Joaquin County, CA
$18.31 - $22.26/hour*
- Temporary
- Accounting and Finance
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs
Elections Technician Trainee
- Stockton, California
- San Joaquin County, CA
$20.99 - $25.51/hour*
- Temporary
- Municipal or County Clerk
- Political or Public Affairs

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Elections Temporary Assignment
- Contra Costa County, California United States
- Contra Costa County, CA
- Aug 26, 2026
- $62,409.18 Annually - Temporary
Contra Costa County, CA

The County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat. Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state. The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails. Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses. Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life. Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value: Clients and communities Accountability Partnerships Fiscal prudence Quality Services Organizational excellence
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Job Details
- $62,409.18 Annually
- Temporary
- Aug 26, 2026
Job Description
The Position

This Recruitment will be Open Until Filled

Are you passionate about public service? Would you like to get involved with your community while supporting our nation’s democratic process? Apply to join our nationally recognized elections team!

We are seeking temporary staff to assist with the upcoming November Gubernatorial General Election. We will be hiring for a variety of full-time assignments expected to last between 2 and 12 weeks. If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment, learning new things, and thriving in a team environment, this is a great opportunity!

We are looking for a candidate that is:
Flexible and willing to assist with different responsibilities as needed.
Interested in public service.
Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
Cooperative and a team player.
Eager to learn new things.
Dependable and punctual.
A good communicator and able to follow instructions.
Accurate and has a strong attention to detail.

You will typically be responsible for one or more of the following tasks:
Data entry, including entering voter registration applications, verifying voter signatures, and updating voter information in a database.
Assisting in recruiting volunteers to work at the polls on Election Day.
Assisting in the assembly of polling place supplies and testing voting equipment.
Supporting mail processing operations.
Oversight and support of volunteers for specific processes.
Providing in-person and phone customer service to constituents.
Leading and/or working at a Regional Early Voting location.
Responding to polling place requests for assistance on Election Day
Retrieving and securing ballots from Vote-by-Mail drop boxes located throughout Contra Costa County.
Assisting with conducting poll worker training and giving instruction in a group setting.
Reviewing and proofreading voting materials in English, Spanish, or Chinese.
Assisting in ballot processing activities.

A few reasons you might love this job:
You will have a chance to learn about how elections are conducted.
This will be an opportunity to gain experience working for Contra Costa County.
You will be a part of a collaborative team and enjoy contributing to an important public service.

A few challenges you might face in this job:
Work can be somewhat repetitive.
You will need to quickly learn new processes and procedures.
You will be required to work occasional long hours and overtime.

Required Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of:
Basic spreadsheet, word processing, and database management programs
General clerical processes
Customer service

Ability to:
maintain accuracy and attention to detail with assigned work
follow oral and written directions
to read, write, and speak English fluently
deal effectively with the public, other agencies and organizations
work independently and as part of a team
sit and stand for extended amounts of time
perform essential duties and physical functions for a substantial amount of mandatory overtime during peak election periods, including evenings, weekends and holidays during peak election time (four weeks before each major election and up to four weeks after)
lift minimum weight, and up to 50 pounds for some assignments
perform essential election functions for up to 16 hours or more on Election Day
maintain positive attendance and punctuality
represent the department in a non-partisan manner while working.

Desirable Qualifications:
Experience performing data entry tasks.
Experience providing customer service in person and/or over the phone.
Fluency in Spanish or Chinese.
Supervisorial experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency, or high school proficiency certificate.

Other: Some assignments may require the candidate to drive a county vehicle or their own personal vehicle.

Selection Process

1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.

2. Application Evaluation: An application Evaluation Board will convene to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for an invitation to the next phase of the examination.

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Jobs@hrd.cccounty.us . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Contra Costa County is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities in its employment practices. If you believe you may anticipate needing reasonable accommodation, please visit our job seeker resources page at: Special Testing Accommodations | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website .

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

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Contra Costa County, CA
The County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat.

Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state.

The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails.

Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses.

Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life.

Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value:
- Clients and communities
- Accountability
- Partnerships
- Fiscal prudence
- Quality Services
- Organizational excellence
Contra Costa County, CA
- Martinez, California, United States
- https://www.cccounty.us/index.aspx?nid=361
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